In a bid to promote digital literacy and skill development globally, Harvard University has made over 100 free online courses available on its Professional and Lifelong Learning website (pll.harvard.edu). These self-paced modules cater to individuals seeking to enhance their knowledge in computer science, programming, cybersecurity, data science, and

Archaeologists have made a groundbreaking discovery in Kenya's Homa Peninsula, uncovering what may be the oldest tools ever used on Earth. The ancient artifacts, found to date back three million years, are believed to have been created by early hominins named Paranthropus, who are considered to be the first pre-human

Researchers have long been fascinated by the expansion rate of the universe, but recent measurements have only added to the mystery and heightened alarm within the scientific community. A new study published in the Astrophysical Journal Letters suggests that the standard model of cosmology may be missing something important. Galaxies

The highly anticipated Maha Kumbh has finally arrived in Prayagraj, drawing millions of devotees to the city each day. The confluence of celestial, geographical, chemical, and spiritual sciences behind this tradition for human well-being and enlightenment is a topic of interest among spiritual aspirants and non-believers alike. Many people are

A developmental test of SpaceX's Starship prototype ended in disaster yesterday, with the spacecraft suffering a critical failure shortly after separating from its booster in space. The accident occurred minutes after the vehicle was launched from the company's Boca Chica, Texas facilities and failed to perform a crucial satellite deployment

A district-level science exhibition, themed 'Science and Technology for Sustainable Future', was successfully held at Government Model Senior Secondary School, located on Cemetery Road in the city. The event brought together students from schools across all 19 blocks in the district, showcasing their innovative projects and ideas. The exhibition featured

In a statement, NASA Administrator Bill Nelson yesterday hailed the agency's James Webb Space Telescope as a groundbreaking achievement, commemorating three years since its launch into space. The telescope's extraordinary journey has been marked by numerous eye-opening images and discoveries that have not only revealed the majesty of the universe

New Delhi: Indian-origin NASA astronaut Sunita Williams stepped out of the International Space Station (ISS) for a spacewalk along with colleague Nick Hague on Thursday, marking Williams' first spacewalk in 12 years. The US space agency confirmed that the spacewalk, designated US Spacewalk 91, was scheduled to last around six

New Delhi: A young and ambitious journalist, Akshita Jolly, has recently joined our esteemed news desk with a passion to create engaging content that not only informs but also empowers students. Hailing from Jagannath Institute Of Management Sciences, Rohini, where she obtained her degree in journalism and mass communication, Akshita

Astronomers have made a groundbreaking discovery, witnessing a superpowerful beam of energy emanating from a black hole located an astonishing 12.9 billion light-years away from Earth. The "blazar" phenomenon, detected using data from NASA's Chandra Observatory and Chile's Very Large Telescope, has been firing a intense beam of energy

Washington D.C. - The proposed budget reductions for the iconic Hubble Space Telescope have raised concerns among officials, who warn that cuts to its operations could impact research and outreach programs, while increasing the risk to the observatory. At a town hall session during the 245th Meeting of the

Philadelphia, PA - Several faculty and students from Drexel's College of Computing & Informatics (CCI) made significant contributions to the recent ACM GROUP Conference on Supporting Group Work (GROUP 2025), held in Hilton Head, South Carolina. Holding its first edition in Philadelphia in 1982, the conference is a premier venue

In a significant development, the Jammu Joint Students’ Federation (JJSF) has announced its new unit for GGM Science College, marking the beginning of a fresh chapter in student governance. The inauguration ceremony was attended by key state and district leaders, as well as prominent academics. According to sources, the newly

HEFEI, Jan 15 (Xinhua) -- The Hefei Institutes of Physical Science under the Chinese Academy of Sciences announced on Tuesday that it has successfully developed a linear plasma generator known as the Superconducting Plasma Wall Interaction Linear Device (SWORD), marking China's breakthrough in high-flux plasma generator technology. This cutting-edge device,

Performance: The authors analyze the performance of this RRAM technology used as part of an integrated circuit, specifically its behavior under various operating conditions such as different load currents and threshold voltage settings.Robustness: To mitigate common issues that could affect data integrity or accuracy when using these resistive switches,

A recent astronomical discovery by astronomers has captured the scientific community's attention, revealing an extraordinary cosmic event involving a supermassive black hole approximately 408 million light-years away. Located in the galaxy WISEA J122045.05+493304.7, this massive black hole consumed one star from a binary star system, leading to

Bengaluru: The Karnataka School Examination and Assessment Board (KSEAB) has released the model paper PDFs for the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) exams, aimed at supporting students in their preparation for the final board exams. This move is part of the board's effort to improve the passing percentage of the

Albany, NY - Ecuadoran international student Andrea Uguna's story is a testament to the power of perseverance and transforming struggles into success. Graduating with a Master of Science in Nutrition and Food Science from Montclair State University's College of Community Health, Uguna credits her determination and support system for overcoming

What is Majoritarianism? Majoritarianism is a concept that signifies a belief that the majority community should be able to rule a country in whichever way it wants, by disregarding the wishes and needs of the minority. Why did the relation between the Sinhala and Tamil communities become strained over time?

New Delhi, Jan 11, 2025: The International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO) 2024-25 result has been declared on the official website www.results.sofworld.org. Candidates who appeared for the exams can now check and download their scorecards in PDF format. To access the IMO result 2024-25 scorecard, students need to visit

New Delhi, [Current Date] - The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) conducted a successful trial docking attempt under its Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) mission on Sunday. The two satellites, SDX01 (Chaser) and SDX02 (Target), successfully maneuvered to a distance of 15 meters and then came within just three meters of

Tel Aviv, Israel - A groundbreaking study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences journal has revealed that ants, specifically the longhorn crazy ant, excel in collective intelligence over humans. This finding has significant implications for our understanding of how simple and complex minds cooperate to achieve

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has achieved a significant milestone in its efforts to develop space docking technology. In a trial attempt conducted on Sunday, ISRO successfully brought two satellites, SDX01 (Chaser) and SDX02 (Target), within three meters of each other before safely moving them apart, as stated by

BEIJING, CHINA - A joint release by Renmin University of China and the Shanghai Federation of Social Science Associations has revealed the top 10 academic topics in Chinese philosophy and social sciences for 2024. The list was unveiled at an event held at the China National Archives of Publications and

New Delhi: The registrations for the CSIR NET (National Testing Agency) have now closed with a lapse of January 2, 2025 as per the originally announced schedule. Aspiring candidates missed their chance to register for one of India's most prestigious examinations. As of today, applicants can no longer apply or